Don Kowalewski
Writer. Ad Sales and Marketing. Social Media Content Creator. Aeropress Coffee. Makes the best salsa in the world.
Tag: writing
Highlights from my 53rd Year
As of the writing of this Blog entry, I’m officially 53-Years and 1-Day old. Yesterday was my birthday. A favorite “thing” I do with my family is “Best and Worst”. We did it for years at dinner. I’d ask everyone … best part of… Continue Reading “Highlights from my 53rd Year”
A Shaving Tweak – Wash My Face Before I Shave
You would think by the time a man (me) reaches 50-years-old, he would’ve figured out how to shave. Well, like I always say … always room for improvement. The biggest thing is … my neck. It’s nearly always irritated. I’ve tried various things over… Continue Reading “A Shaving Tweak – Wash My Face Before I Shave”
Sometimes a Great Lawn is Just … Luck!
## The Metaphor of the Lawn: Hard Work vs. Luck
How do you maintain a perfect lawn when a heatwave hits? Gardening isn’t just about lawn care; it’s a lesson in mental health and humility. While we take pride in our success, weather and life are often beyond our control. This blog excerpt explores why your lawn is a metaphor for life, blending hard work with luck. Discover the therapeutic benefits of nature and how to handle unpredictable changes in both your garden and career.
Brand Down and Brand Up (or Something Like That)
Inspired by Donny Deutsch’s “Brand Up, Brand Down” segment on MSNBC’s Morning Joe, this post introduces a new blog feature. Sharing a mix of humor, media critiques, and personal lifestyle takes, I break down what’s trending up and what’s sliding down—from the genius of smart coffee mugs to the hidden downsides of synthetic fibers. Read the first installment here.
Someone Has to Poo Poo AI
Don Kowalewski explains why AI is exciting and not scary and we shouldn’t be afraid of it ruining society.
Phew! Thought she was a goner!
Me and combustion engines do …not … get … along. That’s why this everything-can-be-battery powered world we live in is the greatest thing that ever happened to me. Yes. I said “the greatest thing ever” . . . sorry wife and kids. Sorry you… Continue Reading “Phew! Thought she was a goner!”
Trying Something (Else) New: The Anderson’s (for my lawn and garden)
The author reflects on discovering The Anderson’s lawn care products, attributing their attention to various sources, including ads and personal experiences. A lifelong lawn enthusiast, they prioritize minimal chemicals for safety but have recently turned to The Anderson’s for effective solutions. After three months of use, early results show improvement in lawn health, reducing grubs, weeds, and enhancing growth.
Trying Something New: Ike’s Total Pest Control
Here’s the thing … when I promise myself I’m gonna write something every day, sometimes you’re just gonna get a journal entry. But, you’re also seeing what energizes me …figuring things out. Before I was an “advertising sales guy”, I was fast-tracking to be… Continue Reading “Trying Something New: Ike’s Total Pest Control”
New Landscaping. Who Dis?
Regular readers know 2026 is all about my “Power Weekends.” When I read an article on Art of Manliness that Ernest Hemingway was big on “planning his weekends,” I had an a-ha moment. That “a-ha” was this … weekends kinda used to stress me… Continue Reading “New Landscaping. Who Dis?”
Mowing My Lawn Barefoot
Hear ye! Hear ye! From wenceforth forward and hereafter (and here to for), I will mow my lawn barefoot. Well, not barefoot, but in a minimalist shoe. Hear me out. For years, I’ve kinda bought into the barefoot movement. In theory, our feet evolved… Continue Reading “Mowing My Lawn Barefoot”
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